A Homage to our Brave Soldiers - 2 - Class 7 English Honeycomb Free MCQ

The letter mentions that Soumya visited the National War Memorial during a recent educational trip to New Delhi, not specifically in April 2018 or February 2019, which are the dates marking the start and completion of the memorial's construction.

Soumya describes the National War Memorial as being located near India Gate, which is a significant landmark in New Delhi.

The letter states that the National War Memorial covers 40 acres, serving as a tribute to Indian soldiers.

Each tablet at the National War Memorial bears the names of soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice from 1947 onwards.

The letter mentions the Indo-China conflict of 1962, Indo-Pak Wars in 1965 and 1971, and the Kargil War in 1999, but not World War II, as conflicts commemorated at the National War Memorial.

The teacher explains the awards bestowed upon brave soldiers, including the Param Vir Chakra (PVC), among others like Maha Vir Chakra (MVC), Kirti Chakra (KC), Vir Chakra (VrC), and Shaurya Chakra (SC).

• Soumya's letter mentions two brave soldiers who received a citation.

• The citation was awarded to both Lance Naik Albert Ekka and Major Padmapani Acharya.

Soumya describes the Amar Jawan Jyoti as an installation within the memorial representing an eternal flame that pays homage to fallen soldiers.

The story revolves around a touching narrative that aims to instill core values like patriotism and devotion to duty by delving into stories of courage, sacrifice, and duty.

After the visit, Soumya discusses her class's plan to make presentations on stories of valour from the National War Memorial, and she chooses to present the story of Major Padmapani Acharya.